Derek Real Duval,

Derek is an experienced Fire Engineering and Fire/Life Safety Code Consulting Expert. Has built his 20 years of experience in Fire Engineering from a diverse background which includes experience in the development of national codes and standards, design/review/inspection of fire and explosion protection systems including fire alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems, explosion protection/prevention, smoke control systems, fire-rated construction systems, hazard assessment and risk analysis, and special hazard knowledge. Specifically in battery energy storage systems. He has also managed and worked on projects in multiple markets, with a specialized focus in health care facilities, industrial/manufacturing processes involving hazardous materials (specifically combustible dusts and ignitable liquids), mixed-use and high-rise development, education (K-12 and higher ed), and storage and warehouse facilities.